Arguably, one of the top twenty of all time, Markus Klinko, is within the same stratosphere as Steven Meisel, Annie Leibovitz, Ben Watts, Stuart Schining, David LaChapelle, Cliff Watts and Moeshe Brakha. All of which possess a certain technique, whimsicality and composition that’s unparalleled, forever etching their mark on this era. Their insatiable desire to devour all things iconic in fashion, music, and entertainment through their lenses has always been apparent. However, it was Klinko’s iconic album art for a certain super star that ushered him into a spotlight of his own.
Before embarking on his journey as a legendary photographer, which was constantly featured in Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, he was a signed recording artist with EMI Classics. In 1994, after a hand injury, he procured an assignment at a studio alongside long-time friend and powerhouse producer Indrani. The duo went on to creatively direct poignant portraits, which ultimately led to several advertising campaigns:
Lancôme, L’Oréal Paris, Nike, Hugo Boss, Anna Sui, Pepsi, Skyy Vodka, and Remy Martin.
With 3 decades+ of capturing culture through his life-altering lens, this Los Angeles shutterbug has incredible behind-the-scenes stories from his most famous shoots: Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Kim Kardashian, Paris Hilton, Ice Spice, Holly Madison, Usher, Lady Gaga, Pharrell Williams, Mary J. Blige, Laeticia Casta, David Bowie, Iman, Britney Spears, Alicia Keys, Serena Williams, Justin Timberlake, Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Winslet, Anne Hathaway, Lindsay Lohan, and Naomi Campbell.
Klinko has appeared on E! News, Access Hollywood, Fashion Television, CNN’s Showbiz Tonight, Larry King Live, and has been the subject of the documentary series, Double Exposure on the Bravo network.
In addition to his illustrious career, Markus Klinko has been globally exhibited and showcased his works at major galleries as well as the Lincoln Center and Pacific Design Center.
